On the recordJune 8, 2009
I have expressed concerns about the U.S. commitment to the OPCW, the governing body overseeing implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention.
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congress.govI have expressed concerns about the U.S. commitment to the OPCW, the governing body overseeing implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention.
Lugar raises concerns about U.S. commitment to chemical weapons treaty oversight.
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